The world's most infamous hacker offers an insider's view of the low-tech threats to high-tech security Kevin Mitnick's exploits as a cyber-desperado and fugitive from one of the most exhaustive FBI manhunts in history and have spawned dozens of articles- books- films- and documentaries. Since his release from federal prison- in 1998- Mitnick has turned his life around and established himself as one of the most sought-after computer security experts worldwide.

Now- in The Art of Deception- the world's most notorious hacker gives new meaning to the old adage- "It takes a thief to catch a thief." Focusing on the human factors involved with information security- Mitnick explains why all the firewalls and encryption protocols in the world will never be enough to stop a savvy grifter intent on rifling a corporate database or an irate employee determined to crash a system.

With the help of many fascinating true stories of successful attacks on business and government- he illustrates just how susceptible even the most locked-down information systems are to a slick con artist impersonating an IRS agent.

Narrating from the points of view of both the attacker and the victims- he explains why each attack was so successful and how it could have been prevented in an engaging and highly readable style reminiscent of a true-crime novel. And- perhaps most importantly- Mitnick offers advice for preventing these types of social engineering hacks through security protocols- training programs- and manuals that address the human element of security.

Author: Kevind D. Mitnick- William L. Simon and Steve Wozniak
Format: Soft cover
Publisher: J Wiley
ISBN 10: 076454280X
ISBN 13: 9780764542800
Published: October 2003
Availability: Immediate despatch

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